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Horse riding

Horse riders are welcome to ride on the tracks throughout the forest at Rendlesham (unless signage indicates otherwise). The trails can be accessed at the far end of the parking...

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Other active things to do

Guisborough Forest offers a range of activities as part of our Feel Good in the Forest project. These activities are free to take part in and include optional time at the end for...

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Fitness and wellbeing activities

Join certified forest therapy practitioner and forest bathing guide, Gina from Adaptable By Design for this nature-immersive wellness experience in Chalkney Wood.

 

What to expect

For...

Two women Nordic walking with poles in the forest

Forestry England have partnered up with Nordic Walking UK to bring you Nordic Walking and WALX activities in the Nations forests!

Pull on your boots and pick up your poles as you...

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Sensory walks

Going for a sensory walk helps you get outside, be active and connect with nature.

Whinlatter Forest's Sensory Walk is predominately on forest roads, which are compacted, gravel...

Delamere Forest bike skills loop
Cycling & mountain biking

No traffic to get in your way here – located outside Delamere Forest Bike Hire and Shop, this small area of trail is ideal for practicing and improving your skills.  For people...

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Other family activities

Little Acorns Forest Schools run a range of informal sessions at Hicks Lodge, designed to generate curiosity, build independence and develop a love for nature.

Come along to Hicks...

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Wellbeing trails

Spending time amongst the trees and really noticing nature is scientifically proven to boost our mental and physical health. Follow the trail to take a mindful walk through the...

Woman walking through the forest towards sunbeams
Wellbeing trails

Spending time amongst the trees and really noticing nature is scientifically proven to boost our mental and physical health. Follow the trail to take a mindful walk through the...

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Picnics and barbecues

Enjoy a tasty treat in the forest at one of our beautiful picnic or barbecue sites, just bring along good food and company!

In order to protect this special landscape from the risk

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Woman walking through the forest towards sunbeams
Wellbeing trails

Spending time amongst the trees and really noticing nature is scientifically proven to boost our mental and physical health. Follow the trail to take a mindful walk through the...

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Walking trails and routes

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of the area's most beautiful landscapes.

Broxa has a range of paths that run through the woodland...

Two riders in high vis and helmets on horses on a forest path
Horse riding

Horse riders have always enjoyed open access on the Crown Lands of the New Forest, which is well furnished with lots of suitable tracks. Seeing this ancient landscape from the back...

Two riders in high vis and helmets on horses on a forest path
Horse riding

Explore the stunning scenery of Hemsted Forest on horseback. Horse riding off-bridleway in Hemsted requires a permit which can be purchased through TROT.

There is a public...

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Other active things to do

Salcey Forest is an ancient woodland that boasts a rich and colourful history. But did you know it is also home to some of the oldest oak trees in the area? 

These magnificent...

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Other family activities

Geocaching is an increasingly popular activity that utilises GPS technology to locate and find hidden objects.

You can join in the world's biggest treasure hunt by signing up to G...

3 wire deer sculptures in a field
Forestry England Arts map

The wire Deer were created as a memorial and commemoration of a cherished colleague.

Richard Gibson, Wolds Wire was commissioned to create a sculpture which would reflect a love of...

Mountain biking in the wood
Cycling & mountain biking

A 10 mile, single track mountain bike trail beginning from Sandgalls car park in the north of the forest.

The origins of the Viking Trail are a legacy of the motorcycle enduro...

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Sensory walks

Going for a sensory walk helps you get outside, be active and connect with nature.

The sensory walks at Wyre Forest are designed with the intention of bringing users closer to...

Two horse riders in high vis and helmets on a forest path
Horse riding

Friston Forest offers some of the best riding in the south of England; with a wealth of trails and connections to the South Downs. Off-bridleway riding is restricted to specific...

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Other family activities

Pack your sense of adventure and join Forest Catkins at Nutcombe Bottom for a journey you'll never forget.

Tree Toddlers

From sensory play to nature walks, your tots will giggle...

Parkrun Volunteers Sherwood Pines

parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. They are open to everyone and are safe and friendly to take part in.

These events take place in pleasant forest...

disc golf at high lodge

Disc golf is a great way to spend time in the forest with friends and family. 

Whether you’re looking to try something new or have played before, from mid June we’ll have everything...

Ambassador riding
Cycling & mountain biking

This is a longer mountain bike ride for experts only: a combination of fast flowing single track, technical features, challenging climbs and tricky descents.

You will start in Low...

Caterpiller

Whether you're a seasoned naturalist or enthusiast amateur it's easy to take part, just start recording wildlife on your next visit...

Download the free iNaturalist app before...

A rabbit warren with porcelain rabbit sculptures within.
Forestry England Arts map

“Custodians” is an evolving installation, inspired by the history that the Forestry Commission is charged with preserving, and the future they plan to protect beyond their own...

Slow worm

Whether you're a seasoned naturalist or enthusiast amateur it's easy to take part, just start recording wildlife on your next visit...

Download the free iNaturalist app before...

chambers farm butterfly

Whether you're a seasoned naturalist or enthusiast amateur it's easy to take part, just start recording wildlife on your next visit...

Download the free iNaturalist app before...

Common doremouse on brown leaves

Whether you're a seasoned naturalist or enthusiast amateur it's easy to take part, just start recording wildlife on your next visit...

Download the free iNaturalist app before...

Hobby bird sitting in a conifer tree

Whether you're a seasoned naturalist or enthusiast amateur it's easy to take part, just start recording wildlife on your next visit...

Download the free iNaturalist app before...

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Walking trails and routes

Follow the way-marked posts around a loop which starts and finishes at the Sika Trail car park. 

This route has good surfaces and some gentle hills along the way.

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Segway

Climb aboard an all-terrain Segway for some unrivalled Cumbrian views. The Go Ape team will take you to incredible vantage points where you can soak up the sights from Skiddaw to...